Company Overview

　　 The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world’s most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the top two cancer hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years.

　　Vaccination for COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) is mandatory for all MSK staff. Staff are considered fully vaccinated upon completion of a primary vaccination series for COVID-19 (i.e., one dose of a single dose vaccine or a final dose of a multi-dose vaccine series). Exceptions from the COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccine requirements are permitted for those who request and receive an approved medical, religious, or fully remote exemption.  Requests for exemption can take up to two weeks to review. Vaccination or an approved exemption is required to start work. 

　　Job Description

　　We are the Patient Representatives team. Our mission is to help create quality health care experiences for patients and families. We do so by helping to prevent and resolve conflict. This is realized through our emphasis on neutrality, collaboration, and problem-solving combined with our expertise in hospital functions and procedures. We listen with an objective ear and uphold patients’ rights with a concentration on effective grievance processing. We provide risk mitigation and manage transitions in care.

　　We are seeking a Patient Representative to join us in personalizing and humanizing the patient experience, someone with a dedication to serving as a liaison between patients, families, and staff.

　　You Will:

　　Collaborate and partner with an incredible team of physicians, nurse leaders, patient billing, legal and quality assurance to deliver patient centered solutions Act as a grievance mechanism for patients/families promptly investigating and resolving identified problems Respond calmly and objectively to crises, thoroughly managing institutional risk, and involving appropriate parties in the investigational process with an understanding of cultural differences and differing interests of involved factionsEstablish an avenue for difficult discussions to occur while diminishing emotional outbursts and hostility between partiesServe as an immediate resource to patients and staff regarding situations that do not have clear outcomes and develop creative solutionsDocument perceptions of care for regulatory reporting and institutional performance improvementProvide assistance and education to patients and staff on advance directives, health care proxies Provide notary services to patients (notary license reimbursement) 

　　You Have:

　　The ability to build networks, persuade, manage complexity and communicate effectively Broad-based knowledge of health care systems, regulatory policies, risk mitigation, and understanding of human behavior a plusExperience with grievance writing helpfulMaster’s degree in Health Advocacy or related field preferred, equivalency considered with 4-6 years of work-related experience (MSW or RN encouraged)Location:

　　The position will be based in Manhattan but will require weekly travel to our Regional sites in New Jersey, Westchester, and Long Island.

　　Are you ready to learn more about our Benefits?

　　Pay Range: $78,900-$126,200/annually

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　　MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

　　Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.